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Temporary Foreign Worker Program takes centre stage as Ministers consider further reforms

Asheesh Moosapeta — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:00:45 +0000

Following an extended period of increased scrutiny on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), both Canada’s Immigration Minister and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Official Languages have weighed in—speaking out against abuses of the system on the part of employers in Canada. On August 6th, Minister Boissonnault held a press conference on behalf of Employment […]

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Working an international conference in Canada? Find out if you need a work permit

Asheesh Moosapeta — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:00:46 +0000

Summer has seen the resumption of foreign events in Canada, attracting visitors from around the world and covering everything from technology to agriculture. It is important for visitors to Canada understand exactly what entry requirements they should meet to participate in foreign events in different capacities. This article will outline entry requirements for foreign service […]

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Some temporary foreign workers can get a job in Canada without an LMIA thanks to these international agreements

Vimal Sivakumar — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:00:29 +0000

Work permits given to foreign nationals in Canada can be broken down into two categories: those that require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and those that do not. An LMIA is a document that some Canadian employers must obtain from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) before they hire a temporary foreign worker (TFW). […]

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Fact check: IRCC has not removed police certificate requirements for temporary residents

Derek Shank — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

A number of news outlets have recently reported on changes to police certificates for temporary residents, with some outlets claiming that Canada has eliminated the police certificate requirement for temporary residents. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration However, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made no changes to its policy regarding police […]

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Can I travel outside Canada after applying for a work permit extension?

Vimal Sivakumar — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:00:33 +0000

When a foreign national applies to extend their Canadian work permit, they are free to leave Canada and come back. However, upon returning to Canada, work permit extension applicants should be aware that one of three things will take place. In some cases, work permit applicants may need to return to Canada as a visitor […]

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Which Canadian industries may require a criminal record check for employment?

Vimal Sivakumar — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:00:36 +0000

Criminal record checks are a key part of ensuring that a company keeps their employees, customers and the public as safe as possible. In Canada, there are three basic types of background checks that an employer can ask prospective employees to pass as part of the hiring process. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the […]

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Immigrant employment rate in Canada rose in 2023

Vimal Sivakumar — Sat, 06 Jan 2024 14:00:52 +0000

According to 2023 Statistics Canada (StatsCan) data released yesterday, there is a clear correlation between the employment rate of core working-age immigrants* and how long it has been since they landed in Canada. Importantly, StatsCan’s data assessed employment and unemployment for two general groups of immigrants – those aged “15 years or older” and those […]

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The 2024 IEC pool is now open

Asheesh Moosapeta — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:09:17 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has opened the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC) pool. The IEC is a work permit program that allows youth that are citizens of countries that have bilateral Youth Mobility Arrangements with Canada, to temporarily reside and work in Canada. This year’s intake will allow close to 90,000 applicants from […]

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Ontario looking to ban employers from requiring Canadian work experience on application forms and in job postings

Vimal Sivakumar — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 19:59:33 +0000

In a first-of-its-kind move among all Canadian provinces and territories, Ontario has announced its intention to introduce new legislation that would, if passed, ban employers from requiring “Canadian work experience … in job postings or application forms.” Announced today, Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development hopes this new legislation will help more […]

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Is it illegal for employers to ask newcomers about their lack of Canadian work experience?

Julia Hornstein — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:00:08 +0000

A lack of Canadian experience is a common barrier identified by newcomers as they pursue meaningful work in their new country. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The Ontario Human Rights commission identified other barriers that immigrants experience when finding jobs that correspond with their education, skills and experience. These can include: Employers […]

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